Myth Vs. Facts: Many Women Still Underestimating Their Risk For Heart Disease
“Heart disease is a man’s disease.” It remains one of the unfortunate myths of our times – the notion that men are at greater risk for coronary heart disease than women. That might have been true many years ago but the statistics paint a very different picture today. According to the latest figures from the [...]
A child’s toddler stage involves a search for independence and an exploration of boundaries. Mealtime acts as one opportunity for toddlers to test themselves against their parents. Some toddlers may be so interested in establishing their freedom that they choose not to eat a meal. But what can be done when a toddler refuses to [...]
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Be Realistic! Muscle takes time to grow and the rate of growth will be determined by the intensity of training, adequate nutrition and rest, and your own genetic potential. A weight gain rate of 0.5 kg per week is realistic over short periods. Rapid weight gain can also mean an increase in body fat. “Eat [...]
Continue reading …It is essential for healthy immune system. It is found primarily in liver, kidney and muscle. Function in the body: Biotin is vital for a healthy immune system. It is involved in the metabolism of sugars, proteins and fats. It is essential for the growth and health of the hair. It prevents premature greying of [...]
Continue reading …Vitamin B3 is also known as niacin. It is water-soluble vitamin. it is not stored in our body and needs to be taken in the diet. There are two forms of vitamin B3, niacin (also known as nicotinic acid) and niacin amide (also known as nicotinamide). They both work as important nutrient of the body [...]
Continue reading …Vitamin B2 also known as riboflavin. It helps in releasing energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Riboflavin is needed for normal reproduction, growth, and repair of skin, hair, nails, and joints. It is also important for the defence system of the body, which protects us from various diseases. Uses Vitamin B12 is used in the [...]
Continue reading …Vitamin A-For better eyesight Vitamin A helps in improving vision. Function in the body The best function of Vitamin A is its role in vision. It provides the required stimulation for vision in the retina. In addition, Vitamin A is required for growth, reproduction, and maintenance of life. It helps in building resistance to infections. [...]
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In its broadest sense metabolism refers to all the chemical processes occurring within our bodies (the buring of energy/ calories) that allow us to grow, survive and reproduce. The complex processes that help keep our bodies functioning normally are efficiently controlled by body chemicals called enzymes and hormones. Enzyme activity influences chemical conversions so that [...]
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Osteoporosis Definition Osteoporosis is the result of progressive loss of bone tissue, which reduces the density and thickness of the bone, making it brittle and porous. It can result in fractures, most often of the vertebrae (spine), hip or wrist. In turn, these fractures can involve: acute or chronic pain; a deformation of the spine, [...]
Continue reading …What is it? Alfalfa is an herbal medicine used to decrease cholesterol (fat) in the blood. It is also rich in fiber and may protect you from colon cancer. Other names for Alfalfa include: Medicago Sativa and lucerne. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any [...]
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